BUDA::lab Open Makerspace
BUDA::lab is moving!
We are currently closed because we are moving to a new location. Soon more!
With a new location also comes a new name: BUDA::lab becomes "De Maakfabriek".
As a BUDA::lab member you get access to our workspace, machinery, small tools and extensive network for only €18 per year. Machine time and materials are charged separately.
STANDARD OPENING HOURS:
Monday evening from 19h to 21h (OPENlab, reservation not possible)
Tuesday afternoon from 12h30 to 19h30
Wednesday evening from 17:20 to 21:00
OPTIONAL OPENING HOURS:
Because the BUDA::lab kept open by volunteers, our opening hours are variable.
Always check these via www.budalab.be/bab
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About - Membership - Slack - Machinery - Workshops - Volunteers- Projects
1. About
BUDA::lab/MAAKFABRIEK is a public workshop where creatives, designers, makers, children, students and schools can get creative. Come and turn your ideas into projects, follow workshops to learn new skills and meet the community of makers!
With a wide range of analogue and digital machines, we bring people from different sectors and disciplines together to create synergies.
The BUDA::lab/MAAKFABRIEK is run by a community of volunteers .
BUDA::lab/MAAKFABRIEK is an active member of the fablab movement and endorses THE FAB CHARTER "...life is about the people you meet, and the things you create with them. so go out and start creating...".
(The HOLSTEE manifesto)
2. Membership
If you want to use the BUDA::lab/MAAKFABRIEK, then become a member! This for only €12 per year!
As a member you can use the workspace and machinery, the small tools and you get access to the network. Machine time and material are charged separately.
You pay your membership fee at your first visit.
4. Machinery
BUDA::lab/MAAKFABRIEK provides a wide range of machines and tools. Ideal for experimentation, as a prototyping and small volume production workshop, didactic space to get acquainted with new production technologies or as a brainstorming space in proximity to a 'Make studio'.
Please note:
- Some machines must be reserved per time slot.
- For most of the machines you need to attend a training course first, or prove that you have the necessary skills! You cannot reserve these machines without having the necessary skills. Please visit us or contact us at info@budalab.be if you want to use such a machine for the first time.
Costs
For some machines you pay per time unit, for others just the material used or a start-up fee.
Payment is always done on the spot with a bank card or bancontact app. All reservations and payments are registered in BAB. An invoice can be requested afterwards via the payment page.
- Become a member via BAB (the first time you come you pay your membership fee)
- Reserve the desired machine in BAB
- Always come to the lab on time!
- Pay with the present volunteer after use. You pay the full reserved period plus any extra time and materials used.
- An invoice or proof of payment can be obtained through your payment in BAB. You can find all your payments on your profile page.
Hand tools
| Included in the membership fee. |
3D printers
Filament: €0,20/gram
Wood workshop
€5 per 4 hours
4-assige CNC frees
€15 per 4 hours
Metal workshop
€5 per 4 hours
Snijplotter Cameo
€5 per uur
Leslokaal huren(voor organisaties)
€10 per uur of €50 per dag
Workspace huren (voor organisaties)
€20 per uur of €100 per dag
5. Workshops
BUDA::lab/MAAKFABRIEK organises workshops for children and adults. From introductory workshops on laser cutting and 3D printing, to making your own screen print, leather accessory, wooden longboard and much more!
Would you like to pass on your skills and give a workshop in the BUDA::lab? You can! Mail for more information to info@budalab.be.
For customised workshops or demonstrations, mail info@budalab.be.
7. Volunteers
BUDA::lab/MAAKFABRIEK is a VZW, the daily operation is done entirely by volunteers. The volunteers are responsible for keeping the lab open, maintaining the machines and infrastructure and giving workshops. They are our biggest asset!
Who can become a volunteer?
The most important condition to become a volunteer is that you can work with the most important machines and that you have some experience with the functioning of the lab.
Mastering the laser cutter is a must, this is the most used machine and a volunteer must be able to help other members with any problems or questions.
The easiest way to get experience with the lab is to be a member for a while, visit regularly and do things in the lab.
Ask questions of other members and volunteers! This is the only way to learn.
We also have a chat group on Slack where you can ask all your questions.
We can always use new volunteers.
Do you have the necessary technical skills and would you like to join our team? Send an email to info@budalab.be or drop by!
3. Slack community
Ask all your questions to the BUDA::lab community via the Slack platform!
9. Projects
Buda::lab organises and cooperates in various projects.
